emphasized

• Beschreibt etwas, dem besondere Bedeutung oder Hervorhebung in Sprache oder Schrift verliehen wurde; auch betont oder nachdrücklich hervorgehoben.

Describes something that has been given special importance or prominence in speech or writing.

1. Given special importanceB2formal

   Stressed or highlighted as particularly important or significant.

   Betont

   • The emphasized points in the report were crucial for the decision.
   • Her emphasized tone made it clear she was serious.
   • The teacher's emphasized instructions helped the students understand the task.

   Synonymefeaturedstressed

   Antonymeignoredminimizedoverlookedunderstated

2. Made more noticeableB2formal

   Made more prominent or distinct, often through repetition or strong expression.

   Hervorgehoben

   • The emphasized words in the text were bolded for effect.
   • His emphasized gestures during the speech captured everyone's attention.
   • The design features an emphasized contrast between light and dark.

   Synonymeaccentedfeaturedpointedstressed

   Antonymeunderstated

• Verb, das die Handlung bezeichnet, etwas besondere Wichtigkeit zu verleihen oder es in Wort oder Schrift hervorzuheben.

A verb used to indicate the act of giving special importance or stress to something, either in speech or writing.

1. B1formal

   To give special importance or attention to something when speaking or writing.

   Betonen

   • The teacher emphasized the importance of studying regularly.
   • He emphasized the need for safety precautions.
   • She emphasized her point by repeating it several times.

   Synonymeaccentaccentuatefocus onhighlightplay uppoint upspotlightstressunderlineunderscore

   Antonymedownplayminimizetrivializeunderstate

2. Stress in speechB2formal

   To pronounce a word or syllable with extra force or loudness.

   Betonen

   • In the word 'record', you emphasize the first syllable when it's a noun.
   • She emphasized the word 'never' to show her determination.
   • He emphasized his apology by speaking slowly and clearly.

   Synonymeaccentaccentuatestress

   Antonymemumblewhisper